Welcome When you lead a busy, hectic, overscheduled life, you need the peaceful, quiet respite that a Georgia mountain cabin rental provides. You’ll find it at Cartecay River Dreams, the perfect place to slow down, decompress, breathe the fresh mountain air, and relax in an idyllic wooded, waterfront setting.
About the Area Surrounded by trees in a gated community in Ellijay called The Bluffs of Cartecay, this gorgeous Satterwhite-built log home sits on two secluded acres, with over 200 feet of Cartecay river frontage and no other cabins in sight. It’s the ultimate in privacy, but less than two miles to the shopping complex, four miles to the restaurants and antique shopping in Ellijay and just miles to downtown Blue Ridge.
The Spot If you love the water, you can enjoy it in several forms here, whether it’s listening to the sound of the rushing river from the back deck or the brook from the front yard, soaking in the hot tub, or sitting by the backyard pond. The Cartecay River is just steps from the back door, so you can fish to your heart’s content and grill your catch for dinner on the outdoor grill overlooking the river. The outside areas are designed for outdoor living, with rockers and patio chairs to relax in, a 50” TV, wraparound porches and three fire pits to warm you.
The Living Area Inside, the cabin is a beautiful mix of rustic elegance and modern comfort, with soaring vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and large windows overlooking the Cartecay River providing a bright and airy feel and wildlife décor to highlight the nature theme. Reclining chairs, sofa and loveseat, a stacked stone gas fireplace and 65” TV with DVD make the great room a warm and welcoming place to relax and unwind.
The Kitchen The spacious kitchen is fully equipped and furnished with solid wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an icemaker, coffee maker and more. The adjacent dining area seats up to seven, plus three at the breakfast bar.
The Bedrooms You’ll slumber in comfort in your choice of three bedrooms, each with luxury bedding, a 50” TV, and ceiling fan. The master bedroom overlooks the river and features a king log bed and zero gravity massage chair, and a private bath with granite counters, walk-in shower, double showerheads, double vanities, and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom also overlooks the river and features a queen log bed. The third bedroom is set up with two twin log beds. Both share a bath with a step-in tub/shower, granite counters and a linen closet.
The Game/Movie Room The cabin comes with a well-equipped garage game room, featuring a pool table, foosball, darts, A 50” TV and a multitude of board games for every age. The movie room above comes with a 75” TV with streaming service that will keep the kids occupied while parents enjoy some quiet time.
Other Amenities The cabin’s other amenities include Wi-Fi, Roku, washer/dryer off the kitchen, paved roads throughout the neighborhood and leading to the cabin, a large gravel driveway with plenty of parking available on the driveway or on the parking pad in front of the garage, a fishing dock, and stairs that lead directly into the river. It’s dog friendly too, so you can bring your furry best friend with you as you enjoy your unforgettable getaway at Ruby River Cabin.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Property # 2674035
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Ellijay
Located in Ellijay, this cabin is on the waterfront. Cohutta Wildlife Management Area and Cartecay River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 23 min drive - 34.1 km
Amicalola Falls State Park - 24 min drive - 39.0 km
Blue Ridge Lake - 29 min drive - 41.8 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Chili Dog - 5 min drive
Arby's - 5 min drive
Waffle House - 5 min drive
Burger King - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury Riverfront Cabin - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Riverfront Cabin - Pet Friendly?
As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Riverfront Cabin - Pet Friendly on Aug 20, 2026 start from $465, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Riverfront Cabin - Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Riverfront Cabin - Pet Friendly?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Riverfront Cabin - Pet Friendly located?
This family-friendly Ellijay cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cartecay River, Ellijay Marketplace and Pig Hill of Fame. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Chattahoochee National Forest are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Anthony was an amazing host. The cabin was great, cozy and tastefully decorated…we spent much needed family time. Close to everything in Ellijay. Would love to come back again!!
We had a wonderful stay! The home was very spacious, spotless, and extremely comfortable. The location was perfect—just a short drive to downtown Ellijay—yet the property itself felt private and serene. The house and grounds were absolutely gorgeous, and our group had the best time. Highly recommend this property for anyone visiting the area!
We had an amazing time. There was so much to do for the week. The cabin is tastefully done and equipped perfectly! The beds were comfortable. Our adult children enjoyed the game room and the river. We took daily walks with fur babies. We will be back
Beautiful location/property - the cabin was very nice, neat and well stocked. The river view, hot tub, fire pit, games, location and easy access to downtown Ellijay and surrounding towns was great. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will plan a return visit in the future. The only negative I can note is the early 10am checkout time.
Our family enjoyed this property so much! It was a perfect place for a family getaway. We also loved downtown Elijay and it was a short drive up to Blue Ridge. We would love to stay here again!
From the time we arrived we loved the cabin, it was clean and so cozy. The jacuzzi was very clean and was wonderful to use in the cool evenings and the fire pit was also a big hit. The location was very close to all types of things (i.e. grocery and activities). The ambience with the flowing river in the backyard was very serene. We highly recommend this wonderful cabin. The host Anthony was extremely responsive and just a pleasure to communicate with.
House was very nice ! Very well equipped and host was always timely with communication.
The river was all you could want for tubing.
I would definitely stay again.
Great place for rest and relaxation!! Make sure to download the app for directions. Booking process super easy. This property close to everything but far enough out for some much needed rest.